Upgrade Guide
GoPro HERO→GoPro MAX
Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.
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Situational
One clear hardware improvement over the HERO. Worth it if that specific upgrade aligns with what you shoot.
What's new in the MAX
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Resolution17MP vs 12MP (+5MP)
Full spec comparison
| Spec | HERO | MAX | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £199 | £259 | |
| Released | 2024 | 2019 | ↓ |
| Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS | Dual 360° sensors | |
| Resolution | 12MP | 17MP | ↑ |
| Video | 4K 30fps, 2.7K 60fps | 5.6K 360° (stitched), 1440p HERO mode | |
| Stabilisation | HyperSmooth (applied in the Quik app) | Max HyperSmooth (EIS) | |
| Weight | 86g | — | |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes | |
| Mount | Fixed lens (15 mm-eq f/2.3) | Fixed dual lens (360°) | |
| Memory Cards | 1× microSD (A2 V30) | 1× microSD |
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